Visiting Medical Officer - Addiction Medicine - DSAS
Job Description:Position Title: Visiting Medical Officer - Addiction Medicine - DSAS
Employment Type: Fixed Term, Part Time up until 30/06/2026
Hours per week: On-call (Friday 5pm to Monday 8:30am or weekdays 5pm to 8:30am next day) and telephone advice (approx.
1 hour a week)
Position Grade: Visiting Medical Officer
Salary: As per the award
Enterprise Agreement: Public Hospitals (Visiting Medical Officers Sessional Contracts) Determination 2014
Department Name: Alcohol and Drug Service
Benefits of working at St Vincent's include: Generous salary packaging and Fitness Passport for eligible staffOpportunity to access a wide range of clinical and non-clinical education programsSupported post graduate opportunities within applicable fieldsCareer development opportunities across the St Vincent's Health Australia NetworkEmployee Assistance ProgramWork/Life balanceAbout the role: The Visiting Medical Officer is expected to provide expert addiction medicine advice to health professionals on the clinical diagnosis and management of patients with alcohol and other drug concerns via the Drug and Alcohol Specialist Advisory Service (DASAS).
The VMO supports health professionals across NSW without access to a local AOD specialist, particularly in regional and rural areas.
Advice will be provided via telephone support services and should encompass:
Management of intoxication and withdrawalAdvice on methadone and opiate treatmentsInteractions between medications and illicit drugsManagement of other clinical concerns arising from AOD related issuesReferral and treatment options around NSWThe VMO will receive an on-call allowance for the rostered shift plus an allowance rate per call handled.
The VMO is also expected to participate in clinical review meetings in order to contribute to the maintenance of a high quality telephone advisory service.
Diversity and Inclusion at St Vincent's:
St Vincent's is committed to employing a workforce that reflects the community we care for.
We strongly encourage applications from people that are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally diverse, sexuality or gender diverse and/or living with disability.
Employment with St Vincent's is subject to you having current immunity status that complies with the Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases - NSW Health Policy Directive (PD2023_022) or subsequent revisions in force.
Appointment and ongoing employment will be subject to continued compliance with this policy directive.
About you:
We are seeking a skilled and energetic individual who possesses a passion for person-centred care.
We welcome applications from people who have the desired experience and attributes.
Application Instructions:
To have your application considered you are required to upload a current CV/Resume as well as a separate cover letter/document addressing the 'Selection Criteria' as below.
Internal applicants i.e.
current employees of St Vincent's Hospital or an entity of SVHA are required to apply via their Workday account.
Selection Criteria: Personal integrity and demonstrated commitment to the Philosophy, Mission and Values of Mary Aikenhead Ministries and St Vincent's Health Australia.Possess, or be eligible to possess, specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia.Possess Fellowship of the Australasian Chapter of Addiction Medicine, Royal Australasian College of Physicians or other relevant Australasian Specialist College.Demonstrated knowledge, skills and high standards of clinical practice in Addiction Medicine commensurate to experience which is appropriate to the requirements of the position.Demonstrated leadership skills that support and foster innovation to create a learning culture, with proven ability to improve the quality of services and patient care outcomes.Demonstrated ability to provide high quality compassionate medical care as evidenced by recent practice experience in working congenially and collaboratively as both a leader and member of a multidisciplinary team, and as a provider of services that engender high levels of patient satisfaction and experience.Demonstrated ongoing contribution to the development, dissemination, and translation of new knowledge and practices commensurate with work in an academic teaching hospital environment.Applications close on 26/01/25 Contact Details:Dr Nadine Ezard - ******
Closing Date:26 January 2025 11:59pm
Reconciliation Action Plan:At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees.
As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at ****** View Reconciliation Action Plan
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